The LG X BOOM 360 isn’t too expensive for a speaker of its size and sound quality. All genres of music sound good with this lighthouse-shaped speaker, thanks to the in-app equalizer, and its lantern are customizable enough to set the mood for any type of gathering. Having said that, not everyone has $300 to throw around on a bulky speaker with no weatherproofing.
It is, without a doubt, a large box, but it does not contain much. Aside from the speaker itself, you get the power cord, a slip displaying the various controls, and a simple user manual. LG does not provide any other cables that could be used to connect to the LG X Boom 360.
The first thing you should know about the LG XBOOM 360 is that it’s enormous. It measures 51.3cm (20.2in) tall and weighs 5.8kg (12.8lb). LG considers this speaker to be portable, which is a bit of an exaggeration. While the metal handle allows you to move it around and take it outside thanks to the large battery, I can’t imagine anyone happily lugging it around.
The design of the speaker appears extraterrestrial, with a conical shape that I like, though not everyone will. Its lantern is attractive and sits directly above the woofer of the speaker. The LG XBOOM 360 is strong and has a low center of gravity, making it difficult to tip over.
The pairing process with the XBoom 360 was simple. After doing it on both an iPhone and an Android device, we recommend downloading the app. This immediately recognizes the speaker. Beyond the basics, the app serves as the speaker’s controller. The main buttons are clearly visible at the top of the speaker, with a few even including Braille for the visually impaired.
The app includes an EQ with seven presets as well as a custom option that you can customize however you like. Because you can’t make and save your own presets, you’ll have to keep returning to the sole custom one to change how it sounds. Alternatively, you can choose one of the other seven presets. This is distinct from the previously mentioned Outdoor EQ, which amps things up to make it louder outside.
The Mood Lighting section provides presets based on the type of effect you desire. You can also select any color you want to see by tapping My Pick. The lamp’s dynamism is determined by the mode selected. Ambient, for example, simply keep the light static, Nature has a slow pulse, and Party has a more frenetic show. Because the XBoom 360 lacks the intelligence to switch modes automatically based on the music playing from it, you must select it manually.
LG claims that the XBoom 360 can last up to 10 hours on a single charge, which is mostly true if you never use it at higher volumes. Because you almost certainly would, the true time can range between six and eight hours, depending on how loud it gets. If the LED lamp is always on and active, it is another battery drainer. You can also save battery life by playing audio through the aux-in port while turning off Bluetooth.
The app keeps track of how much battery life you have left, but it doesn’t provide context for how much you might save if you turn off the light or turn down the volume. To keep it charged, you could always plug it into an outlet. That could be a good idea, given that charging the speaker from an empty battery can take up to five hours. This big guy isn’t going to charge quickly.
The cylindrical design of the LG XBoom 360 allows you to see the up-firing woofer through a unique cut out in the center. The cone that disperses the omnidirectional sound waves of the woofer also houses RGB LEDs that provide users with a fun light show.
The speaker also has an integrated handle at the top, making it technically portable, but its 9.8″ x 20.2″ x 9.8″ (W x H x D) dimensions and 12.8lb (5.8kg) weight make it a bit cumbersome.
The LG XBoom 360 has the standard features you’d expect from a wireless speaker with an app, such as Bluetooth 4.0, aux in, and an app to unlock additional fun party features. Users can toggle between preset lighting modes and equalization curves in the app, but they can also gain manual control over the RGB lighting and sound effects.
Keep it away from water and sand, and you’ll probably see it playing for years. The only other real danger is playing it too loudly for too long, which is difficult to predict. LG designed it with components that can handle a wide range of volumes, so you should be fine. It comes with a standard one-year warranty that covers any malfunctions but not physical damage.
Purchase it if your first priority is loudness.The LG XBoom 360 has one of the more mature and understated designs for a party speaker that we’ve seen
If you want a truly portable experience, don’t buy it.
The XBoom 360’s large footprint and heavyweight make it technically portable but difficult to use. Check out the JBL Pulse 4, which can fit in a bag and play loudly while also providing great sound and a fun light show. However, don’t expect it to be as loud as the XBoom 360. While LG’s marketing claims it’s a speaker you’ll enjoy using in your home, the lack of a smart assistant or multi-room support means it’s just a large Bluetooth speaker that doesn’t communicate with any of your other home audio products.
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